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Richard Lloyd Parry: Ghosts of the TsunamiRichard Lloyd Parry: Ghosts of the TsunamiThe 2011 tsunami in Japan and subsequent meltdown of a nuclear power plant set off a national crisis. The Times Asia Editor Richard Lloyd Parry lived through the earthquake in Tokyo and spent six years reporting from the disaster zone to piece together (Ghosts of the Tsunami), his gripping and humanising account of the catastrophe and its aftermath. In conversation with (The Monthly) editor Nick Feik, he discusses the unexpected and mysterious ways the tragedy revealed itself long after the initial emergency abated.

]]>The 2011 tsunami in Japan and subsequent meltdown of a nuclear power plant set off a national crisis. The Times Asia Editor Richard Lloyd Parry lived through the earthquake in Tokyo and spent six years reporting from the disaster zone to piece together (Ghosts of the Tsunami), his gripping and humanising account of the catastrophe and its aftermath. In conversation with (The Monthly) editor Nick Feik, he discusses the unexpected and mysterious ways the tragedy revealed itself long after the initial emergency abated.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivaldb00c036-828e-4012-8286-a97600636585Mon, 03 Dec 2018 03:00:45 +000000:51:53https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/richard-lloyd-parry-ghosts-of-the-tsunami
Still ProcessingStill ProcessingEach week, two of the New York Times’s finest cultural commentators, Wesley Morris and Jenna Wortham, distil the latest in TV, film, celebrity and the internet into their funny and incisive podcast Still Processing. Praised as “sharp and intellectual, goofy and raw”, the series was named in The Atlantic’s top podcasts of 2017. The pair joined us at the Festival for a special recording of their hit podcast.

]]>Each week, two of the New York Times’s finest cultural commentators, Wesley Morris and Jenna Wortham, distil the latest in TV, film, celebrity and the internet into their funny and incisive podcast Still Processing. Praised as “sharp and intellectual, goofy and raw”, the series was named in The Atlantic’s top podcasts of 2017. The pair joined us at the Festival for a special recording of their hit podcast.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivald9820945-1d33-427a-8d8b-a8f6006647bbMon, 03 Dec 2018 02:58:59 +000001:08:21https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/still-processing
Michelle de Kretser: The Life to ComeMichelle de Kretser: The Life to ComeIn her Miles Franklin-winning novel, The Life to Come, author Michelle de Kretser casts a satirical eye on a generation of Australians insulated by the mining boom. Set in Sydney, Paris and Sri Lanka, the novel centres on a trio of middle-class characters who consider themselves progressives but travel through the world with little insight into their prejudices and privilege. Christos Tsiolkas chats to the bestselling author about a book that is at once thought-provoking and savagely funny.

]]>In her Miles Franklin-winning novel, The Life to Come, author Michelle de Kretser casts a satirical eye on a generation of Australians insulated by the mining boom. Set in Sydney, Paris and Sri Lanka, the novel centres on a trio of middle-class characters who consider themselves progressives but travel through the world with little insight into their prejudices and privilege. Christos Tsiolkas chats to the bestselling author about a book that is at once thought-provoking and savagely funny.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivaleb32ea4c-88b2-4d79-8634-a96e00533ea1Mon, 03 Dec 2018 02:54:16 +000000:46:46https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/michelle-de-kretser-the-life-to-come
The End of China’s Economic Miracle?The End of China’s Economic Miracle?Some financial institutions have warned that a major financial crisis is almost twice as likely in China as anywhere else in the world. The warnings centre around concerns that the country’s notoriously high levels of debt and so-called shadow banking sector could trigger a crash. Don’t miss Professor Hans Hendrischke from the University of Sydney’s China Studies Centre, political science professor Robert E. Kelly and leading economist Richard Denniss in conversation with Richard McGregor about one of the most pressing economic matters of our time.

]]>Some financial institutions have warned that a major financial crisis is almost twice as likely in China as anywhere else in the world. The warnings centre around concerns that the country’s notoriously high levels of debt and so-called shadow banking sector could trigger a crash. Don’t miss Professor Hans Hendrischke from the University of Sydney’s China Studies Centre, political science professor Robert E. Kelly and leading economist Richard Denniss in conversation with Richard McGregor about one of the most pressing economic matters of our time.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival64e942c2-96ad-41b1-b253-a9a4004afa15Mon, 26 Nov 2018 04:38:10 +000001:00:14https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/the-end-of-china-s-economic-miracle
Borderlines – Stories of MigrationBorderlines – Stories of MigrationIn the midst of the world’s refugee crisis, storytelling conveys the colour, joy and tragedy of individual lives affected by migration. Matthew Condon meets two writers to discuss their critically acclaimed books that speak to the physical and psychological borders that govern our lives. Sofija Stefanovic’s Miss Ex-Yugoslavia details her childhood spent between Belgrade and Melbourne. Kapka Kassabova’s Border: A Journey to the Edge of Europe examines the border zone between Bulgaria, Turkey and Greece.

]]>In the midst of the world’s refugee crisis, storytelling conveys the colour, joy and tragedy of individual lives affected by migration. Matthew Condon meets two writers to discuss their critically acclaimed books that speak to the physical and psychological borders that govern our lives. Sofija Stefanovic’s Miss Ex-Yugoslavia details her childhood spent between Belgrade and Melbourne. Kapka Kassabova’s Border: A Journey to the Edge of Europe examines the border zone between Bulgaria, Turkey and Greece.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalebab502e-1f81-49db-a8c8-a9a4004971a7Mon, 26 Nov 2018 04:30:37 +000000:54:31https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/borderlines-stories-of-migration
Brexit PlanBrexit PlanBritish institutions are increasingly finding themselves paralysed when dealing with the decision made at the polls in 2016. Will the UK survive intact, whose political careers will be sacrificed, and is there a prosperous Britain at the end of the road? Former foreign affairs minister Gareth Evans, British author and former member of the European Parliament Stanley Johnson (father of politician Boris Johnson) and Dr Danika Wright, a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Finance, sit down with ABC’s Chief Economics Correspondent Emma Alberici to debate what lies ahead for Britain.

]]>British institutions are increasingly finding themselves paralysed when dealing with the decision made at the polls in 2016. Will the UK survive intact, whose political careers will be sacrificed, and is there a prosperous Britain at the end of the road? Former foreign affairs minister Gareth Evans, British author and former member of the European Parliament Stanley Johnson (father of politician Boris Johnson) and Dr Danika Wright, a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Finance, sit down with ABC’s Chief Economics Correspondent Emma Alberici to debate what lies ahead for Britain.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival0aa46699-9394-4584-a5d3-a99e0038648bTue, 20 Nov 2018 03:28:03 +000000:58:37https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/brexit-plan
Power Play: Toxic Masculinity in StorytellingPower Play: Toxic Masculinity in StorytellingTwo of the most discussed novels of the Festival – Gabriel Tallent’s My Absolute Darling and Ceridwen Dovey’s In the Garden of the Fugitives – are very different stories with a common thread: the central male characters wield manipulative power over women. Their authors take to the stage with Amelia Lester to reveal their approaches to putting toxic masculinity to the page. Gabriel’s novel portrays an abused daughter’s fight to save herself while Ceridwen’s explores obsession, guilt and power.

]]>Two of the most discussed novels of the Festival – Gabriel Tallent’s My Absolute Darling and Ceridwen Dovey’s In the Garden of the Fugitives – are very different stories with a common thread: the central male characters wield manipulative power over women. Their authors take to the stage with Amelia Lester to reveal their approaches to putting toxic masculinity to the page. Gabriel’s novel portrays an abused daughter’s fight to save herself while Ceridwen’s explores obsession, guilt and power.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival4c2318a0-6174-4a51-8083-a99e00339ed4Tue, 20 Nov 2018 03:16:34 +000000:51:33https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/power-play-toxic-masculinity-in-storytelling
Home Truths: Telling Australian StoriesHome Truths: Telling Australian StoriesFrom debates around Australia Day to refugee intakes, the so-called culture wars are an ever-present fixture in the nation’s media. Three of the 2018 Festival’s most exciting voices come together to reflect on fiction’s ability to examine and upturn the conventional wisdom of Australia’s past and present, and discuss their approach to shining a light on uncomfortable home truths. Hear Felicity Castagna (No More Boats), Melanie Cheng (Australia Day) and Claire G. Coleman (Terra Nullius) in conversation with ABC RN’s Kate Evans.

]]>From debates around Australia Day to refugee intakes, the so-called culture wars are an ever-present fixture in the nation’s media. Three of the 2018 Festival’s most exciting voices come together to reflect on fiction’s ability to examine and upturn the conventional wisdom of Australia’s past and present, and discuss their approach to shining a light on uncomfortable home truths. Hear Felicity Castagna (No More Boats), Melanie Cheng (Australia Day) and Claire G. Coleman (Terra Nullius) in conversation with ABC RN’s Kate Evans.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalcd00a9e1-a023-4861-8032-a99100368b97Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:17:35 +000000:57:56https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/home-truths-telling-australian-stories
Josephine Wilson: ExtinctionsJosephine Wilson: ExtinctionsJosephine Wilson won the 2017 Miles Franklin Award for Extinctions, her compassionate and intelligent novel that explores ageing, adoption, grief and remorse, empathy and self-centredness. It follows the story of a reclusive man in a Perth retirement villa whose life changes when he strikes up a friendship with his neighbour and the secrets of his past confront him anew. Josephine talks with ABC RN’s Kate Evans about the inspirations behind the novel and winning the nation’s most prestigious literary award.

]]>Josephine Wilson won the 2017 Miles Franklin Award for Extinctions, her compassionate and intelligent novel that explores ageing, adoption, grief and remorse, empathy and self-centredness. It follows the story of a reclusive man in a Perth retirement villa whose life changes when he strikes up a friendship with his neighbour and the secrets of his past confront him anew. Josephine talks with ABC RN’s Kate Evans about the inspirations behind the novel and winning the nation’s most prestigious literary award.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivaled7b6841-1d73-4246-81e8-a981007423a6Mon, 05 Nov 2018 04:30:39 +000000:56:40https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/josephine-wilson-extinctions
Anne Aly: Finding My PlaceAnne Aly: Finding My PlaceIn 2016, Anne Aly was the first Australian Muslim woman, the first Egyptian-born woman and the first counter-terrorism expert elected to Federal Parliament. Finding My Place tells her fascinating story, from her home country, to growing up in Lakemba – forging a path between the expectations of her parents’ culture and that of their adopted land – and political ascent. Mark Baker speaks to Anne to learn about one of the newest voices in Australian politics.

]]>In 2016, Anne Aly was the first Australian Muslim woman, the first Egyptian-born woman and the first counter-terrorism expert elected to Federal Parliament. Finding My Place tells her fascinating story, from her home country, to growing up in Lakemba – forging a path between the expectations of her parents’ culture and that of their adopted land – and political ascent. Mark Baker speaks to Anne to learn about one of the newest voices in Australian politics.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival62950157-f492-467c-a82c-a97e0011bd0bMon, 05 Nov 2018 04:24:01 +000001:01:48https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/anne-aly-finding-my-place
Danny Denton: The Earlie King & the Kid in YellowDanny Denton: The Earlie King & the Kid in YellowOne of the most imaginative novels to emerge from Ireland in recent times, The Earlie King & the Kid in Yellow casts a darkly comic vision of a derelict country besieged by flooding, economic collapse and crime. In conversation with Sam Cooney, Danny Denton discusses his rollicking literary debut, which has been described as a gangster ballad, a love story and a thriller noir that reflects on the myths and traditions that govern our lives.

]]>One of the most imaginative novels to emerge from Ireland in recent times, The Earlie King & the Kid in Yellow casts a darkly comic vision of a derelict country besieged by flooding, economic collapse and crime. In conversation with Sam Cooney, Danny Denton discusses his rollicking literary debut, which has been described as a gangster ballad, a love story and a thriller noir that reflects on the myths and traditions that govern our lives.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival1e3a30c6-38ac-41e2-83db-a9810073442eTue, 30 Oct 2018 01:05:12 +000001:00:21https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/danny-denton-the-earlie-king-the-kid-in-yellow
Amy Goldstein: JanesvilleAmy Goldstein: JanesvilleAfter the Rust Belt states of America helped deliver a stunning presidential victory to Donald Trump, many political observers turned their focus to the left-behind workers of the beleaguered region. In Janesville, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Amy Goldstein delves beyond easy polemic to piece together a complex portrait of a town and its people following the closure of a General Motors plant in 2008. George Megalogenis talks to the acclaimed The Washington Post reporter about the domino effects of economic upheaval.

]]>After the Rust Belt states of America helped deliver a stunning presidential victory to Donald Trump, many political observers turned their focus to the left-behind workers of the beleaguered region. In Janesville, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Amy Goldstein delves beyond easy polemic to piece together a complex portrait of a town and its people following the closure of a General Motors plant in 2008. George Megalogenis talks to the acclaimed The Washington Post reporter about the domino effects of economic upheaval.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival644560f8-5566-4721-b5ae-a98100719f4dTue, 30 Oct 2018 00:58:13 +000001:00:56https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/amy-goldstein-janesville
Stanley Johnson: KompromatStanley Johnson: KompromatStanley Johnson’s newest political thriller Kompromat imagines the skulduggery that may have gone on behind the scenes of the UK’s shock Brexit result in 2016. Espionage blends with satire in a comedic roman à clef whose characters are barely disguised versions of the world’s leading political figures. The former member of the European Parliament and father of UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson speaks to Louise Adler about his gleeful romp through geopolitical turmoil.

]]>Stanley Johnson’s newest political thriller Kompromat imagines the skulduggery that may have gone on behind the scenes of the UK’s shock Brexit result in 2016. Espionage blends with satire in a comedic roman à clef whose characters are barely disguised versions of the world’s leading political figures. The former member of the European Parliament and father of UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson speaks to Louise Adler about his gleeful romp through geopolitical turmoil.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival40585ec1-2fd7-4e02-a1ca-a98100727465Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:57:34 +000000:56:24https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/stanley-johnson-kompromat
Jane Harper: Force of NatureJane Harper: Force of NatureJane Harper’s Force of Nature is the follow-up thriller to the runaway success of her debut, The Dry, which was sold into more than 20 countries and optioned for a film adaption by Reese Witherspoon. It continues the story of Australian police officer Aaron Falk, this time as he traces the disappearance of a missing bushwalker who was the crucial whistle-blower in his latest case. In conversation with ABC RN’s The Hub on Books host Claire Nichols, the bestselling Australian author talks about the book and her remarkable success.

]]>Jane Harper’s Force of Nature is the follow-up thriller to the runaway success of her debut, The Dry, which was sold into more than 20 countries and optioned for a film adaption by Reese Witherspoon. It continues the story of Australian police officer Aaron Falk, this time as he traces the disappearance of a missing bushwalker who was the crucial whistle-blower in his latest case. In conversation with ABC RN’s The Hub on Books host Claire Nichols, the bestselling Australian author talks about the book and her remarkable success.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival5384f96e-e11a-4178-9d70-a97e00150445Mon, 22 Oct 2018 00:43:54 +000000:57:02https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/jane-harper-force-of-nature
Don Watson: There it is AgainDon Watson: There it is AgainThere it is again is testament to the versatility of Don Watson, one of Australia’s most respected writers. This cross-section of his work covers subjects ranging from birds to love letters, imagined apologies, meaningless corporate-speak and Anzac Day. Kerry O’Brien sits with the loquacious former political speechwriter and historian, who believes that more than just about anything else, in a civilised society, words matter.

]]>There it is again is testament to the versatility of Don Watson, one of Australia’s most respected writers. This cross-section of his work covers subjects ranging from birds to love letters, imagined apologies, meaningless corporate-speak and Anzac Day. Kerry O’Brien sits with the loquacious former political speechwriter and historian, who believes that more than just about anything else, in a civilised society, words matter.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalfc849ef0-99e4-4053-9ef9-a9750054c714Wed, 10 Oct 2018 23:36:55 +000001:02:23https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/don-watson-there-it-is-again
Axiomatic: Maria TumarkinAxiomatic: Maria TumarkinMaria Tumarkin is one of Australia’s most inventive and important non-fiction voices. Her latest book, Axiomatic, is her most pioneering yet. Part reportage, part philosophical meditation and part storytelling, it interrogates conventional wisdom about the role of the past in shaping the present. Previously nominated for the New South Wales Premier’s Literary Award and The Age Book of the Year, Maria discusses her boundary-shifting new work with the ABC’s Richard Fidler.

]]>Maria Tumarkin is one of Australia’s most inventive and important non-fiction voices. Her latest book, Axiomatic, is her most pioneering yet. Part reportage, part philosophical meditation and part storytelling, it interrogates conventional wisdom about the role of the past in shaping the present. Previously nominated for the New South Wales Premier’s Literary Award and The Age Book of the Year, Maria discusses her boundary-shifting new work with the ABC’s Richard Fidler.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalcb5e87c6-7b07-4165-9faa-a970006f2e96Fri, 05 Oct 2018 07:23:13 +000000:58:21https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/axiomatic-maria-tumarkin
Carmen Maria Machado: Her Body and Other PartiesCarmen Maria Machado: Her Body and Other PartiesVariously described as macabre, erotic, comic and caustic, Carmen Maria Machado’s Her Body and Other Parties has become a literary sensation since its release. Blending science fiction, queer theory and horror, the provocative short story collection maps the realities of women’s lives and the violence visited upon their bodies. Carmen talks to Amelia Lush about an electrifying debut that navigates difficult terrain with verve and panache.

]]>Variously described as macabre, erotic, comic and caustic, Carmen Maria Machado’s Her Body and Other Parties has become a literary sensation since its release. Blending science fiction, queer theory and horror, the provocative short story collection maps the realities of women’s lives and the violence visited upon their bodies. Carmen talks to Amelia Lush about an electrifying debut that navigates difficult terrain with verve and panache.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalc58d1873-3020-407c-af2d-a96f004f262bThu, 04 Oct 2018 07:31:56 +000001:04:54https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/carmen-maria-machado-her-body-and-other-parties
Angela Saini: Inferior: How Science Got Women WrongAngela Saini: Inferior: How Science Got Women WrongIn Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong, award-winning journalist and former BBC reporter Angela Saini sets out to understand exactly what differences do or don’t exist in how men and women think and feel. She examines everything from how science excluded women in the Enlightenment to the neurosexism of scientific research today, and overturns centuries of flawed thinking in the process. Jamila Rizvi joins Angela to discuss this smart, balanced and wonderfully readable scientific treatise.

]]>In Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong, award-winning journalist and former BBC reporter Angela Saini sets out to understand exactly what differences do or don’t exist in how men and women think and feel. She examines everything from how science excluded women in the Enlightenment to the neurosexism of scientific research today, and overturns centuries of flawed thinking in the process. Jamila Rizvi joins Angela to discuss this smart, balanced and wonderfully readable scientific treatise.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival9cf8b7c1-bcea-4d5a-884e-a966006b91c8Thu, 27 Sep 2018 04:32:04 +000000:57:06https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/angela-saini-inferior-how-science-got-women-wrong
James Maskalyk: Life on the Ground FloorJames Maskalyk: Life on the Ground FloorLife on the Ground Floor is emergency room physician and bestselling author James Maskalyk’s gripping memoir of time spent between a resource-poor hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and a trauma centre in Toronto, Canada. Reminiscent of the works of Atul Gawande and Henry Marsh, this masterfully written account reflects on the grief, laughter, tragedy and hopes common to us all during the most agonising of times. James shares his insights and experiences with The Guardian’s Ben Doherty.

]]>Life on the Ground Floor is emergency room physician and bestselling author James Maskalyk’s gripping memoir of time spent between a resource-poor hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and a trauma centre in Toronto, Canada. Reminiscent of the works of Atul Gawande and Henry Marsh, this masterfully written account reflects on the grief, laughter, tragedy and hopes common to us all during the most agonising of times. James shares his insights and experiences with The Guardian’s Ben Doherty.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalf6f22656-6fc2-41f4-ace6-a965004a56c5Tue, 25 Sep 2018 06:16:12 +000000:54:06https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/james-maskalyk-life-on-the-ground-floor
Ceridwen Dovey: In the Garden of the FugitivesCeridwen Dovey: In the Garden of the FugitivesAward-winning author Ceridwen Dovey’s In the Garden of the Fugitives is a gripping novel about obsession, guilt and the power of the past to possess the present. It follows the story of Vita, who receives an email from her old benefactor, Royce, almost 20 years after she forbade him to contact her. What unfolds is a masterwork of duplicity and counterplay. Previously selected for the US National Book Foundation’s prestigious ‘5 Under 35’ list, Ceridwen discusses her breakthrough new novel with Suzanne Leal.

]]>Award-winning author Ceridwen Dovey’s In the Garden of the Fugitives is a gripping novel about obsession, guilt and the power of the past to possess the present. It follows the story of Vita, who receives an email from her old benefactor, Royce, almost 20 years after she forbade him to contact her. What unfolds is a masterwork of duplicity and counterplay. Previously selected for the US National Book Foundation’s prestigious ‘5 Under 35’ list, Ceridwen discusses her breakthrough new novel with Suzanne Leal.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival6d388541-1b73-4863-b008-a95f00710d9eThu, 20 Sep 2018 05:12:51 +000000:53:21https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/ceridwen-dovey-in-the-garden-of-the-fugitives
Annabel Crabb's BooKwizAnnabel Crabb's BooKwizWhich book are you ashamed of loving? Which do you reread when you’re in a reading slump? What have you always meant to read but now suspect you never will? Beloved journalist Annabel Crabb hosts BooKwiz, unmasking the guilty literary pleasures and reading habits of ABC 7.30’s Leigh Sales, Conversations presenter Richard Fidler, composer, comedian and actor Tim Minchin, and the RocKwiz host herself, Julia Zemiro.

]]>Which book are you ashamed of loving? Which do you reread when you’re in a reading slump? What have you always meant to read but now suspect you never will? Beloved journalist Annabel Crabb hosts BooKwiz, unmasking the guilty literary pleasures and reading habits of ABC 7.30’s Leigh Sales, Conversations presenter Richard Fidler, composer, comedian and actor Tim Minchin, and the RocKwiz host herself, Julia Zemiro.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalb0a3b1e4-e994-4e41-9583-a95b00115e73Fri, 14 Sep 2018 01:14:44 +000000:56:00https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/annabel-crabbs-bookwiz
Sarah Krasnostein: The Trauma CleanerSarah Krasnostein: The Trauma CleanerSarah Krasnostein spent four years researching the life of trauma cleaner Sandra Pankhurst, visiting squalid homes and watching her bring order and care to her client’s lives. Sarah discovered that Sandra has lived many lives: neglected foster child, husband and father, drag queen, gender confirmation patient, sex worker and trophy wife. The award-winning biography, The Trauma Cleaner, became one of the most discussed non-fiction books of the year. Ashley Hay talks to Sarah about how she uncovered the story of a fascinating woman who restores order among the despair of others.

]]>Sarah Krasnostein spent four years researching the life of trauma cleaner Sandra Pankhurst, visiting squalid homes and watching her bring order and care to her client’s lives. Sarah discovered that Sandra has lived many lives: neglected foster child, husband and father, drag queen, gender confirmation patient, sex worker and trophy wife. The award-winning biography, The Trauma Cleaner, became one of the most discussed non-fiction books of the year. Ashley Hay talks to Sarah about how she uncovered the story of a fascinating woman who restores order among the despair of others.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalb7dba990-28c0-42a8-a987-a95a00671ebcThu, 13 Sep 2018 07:28:51 +000000:46:28https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/sarah-krasnostein-the-trauma-cleaner
Johann Hari: Lost ConnectionsJohann Hari: Lost ConnectionsHaving challenged the conventional wisdom of addiction theory in his previous book, the New York Times bestselling author Johann Hari has returned with a radical – and controversial – new way of thinking about depression and anxiety. Lost Connections took Johann everywhere from mind-blowing experiments in Baltimore to an Amish community in Indiana in search of the real causes of a worldwide mental health crisis. The award–winning journalist discusses his findings with journalist Antony Loewenstein, which have earned praise from the likes of Naomi Klein and Brian Eno.

]]>Having challenged the conventional wisdom of addiction theory in his previous book, the New York Times bestselling author Johann Hari has returned with a radical – and controversial – new way of thinking about depression and anxiety. Lost Connections took Johann everywhere from mind-blowing experiments in Baltimore to an Amish community in Indiana in search of the real causes of a worldwide mental health crisis. The award–winning journalist discusses his findings with journalist Antony Loewenstein, which have earned praise from the likes of Naomi Klein and Brian Eno.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivald9472245-63fe-460c-b48a-a95400374755Fri, 07 Sep 2018 06:31:53 +000000:56:04https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/johann-hari-lost-connections
Kim Scott: TabooKim Scott: TabooIn his latest novel, Taboo, two-time Miles Franklin–winning author Kim Scott deftly navigates difficult questions about Australia’s colonial past through present-day characters. Set in his ancestral Noongar country in Western Australia’s Great Southern region, its heroine is Tilly, a young woman cast into a drama that has been playing out for more than 200 years. ABC’s Daniel Browning joins Kim to discuss what The Guardian has hailed “a complex, thoughtful, and exceptionally generous offering by a master storyteller at the top of his game”.

]]>In his latest novel, Taboo, two-time Miles Franklin–winning author Kim Scott deftly navigates difficult questions about Australia’s colonial past through present-day characters. Set in his ancestral Noongar country in Western Australia’s Great Southern region, its heroine is Tilly, a young woman cast into a drama that has been playing out for more than 200 years. ABC’s Daniel Browning joins Kim to discuss what The Guardian has hailed “a complex, thoughtful, and exceptionally generous offering by a master storyteller at the top of his game”.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivald29cc2da-d0ce-4ffc-b0ed-a9450077251bThu, 23 Aug 2018 07:29:37 +000000:54:31https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/kim-scott-taboo
Richard Denniss: Curing AffluenzaRichard Denniss: Curing AffluenzaChief Economist of The Australia Institute Richard Denniss defines affluenza as our modern compulsion to “spend money we don’t have to buy things we don’t need to impress people we don’t know”. His illuminating book Curing Affluenza outlines how we can combat an epidemic encouraged by those who profit from a culture of exploitation and waste. In conversation with George Megalogenis, Richard explores the difference between consumerism – a love of buying things – and a sustainable form of materialism – the love of things themselves.

]]>Chief Economist of The Australia Institute Richard Denniss defines affluenza as our modern compulsion to “spend money we don’t have to buy things we don’t need to impress people we don’t know”. His illuminating book Curing Affluenza outlines how we can combat an epidemic encouraged by those who profit from a culture of exploitation and waste. In conversation with George Megalogenis, Richard explores the difference between consumerism – a love of buying things – and a sustainable form of materialism – the love of things themselves.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivala593153c-c7cf-4a03-9a91-a942005acd7fMon, 20 Aug 2018 05:43:36 +000001:00:32https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/richard-denniss-curing-affluenza
Glory Edim: Well-Read Black GirlGlory Edim: Well-Read Black GirlGlory Edim has grown her monthly Brooklyn-based book club, Well-Read Black Girl, into a cultural and social media phenomenon. What began as a means to bring together women of colour to celebrate the uniqueness of black literature and sisterhood now includes a digital platform and festival. Its mission is to increase the visibility of black women writers and initiate meaningful conversations with readers. Hear the literary activist and entrepreneur in conversation with Aminatou Sow about building communities and defining solidarity.

]]>Glory Edim has grown her monthly Brooklyn-based book club, Well-Read Black Girl, into a cultural and social media phenomenon. What began as a means to bring together women of colour to celebrate the uniqueness of black literature and sisterhood now includes a digital platform and festival. Its mission is to increase the visibility of black women writers and initiate meaningful conversations with readers. Hear the literary activist and entrepreneur in conversation with Aminatou Sow about building communities and defining solidarity.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival5c2472e2-fddc-4125-8a78-a8f6006646a3Fri, 17 Aug 2018 01:42:56 +000000:58:20https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/glory-edim-well-read-black-girl
Helen Garner’s Savage Self-ScrutinyHelen Garner’s Savage Self-ScrutinyHelen Garner is one of Australia’s most admired writers of novels, short stories, screenplays, essays and non-fiction in a career spanning more than 50 years. In her non-fiction, she writes with a tough and unsparing honesty about both her subjects and herself. In this podcast from the 2018 Sydney Writers' Festival, the author, described by The New Yorker as “a recording angel at life’s secular apocalypses”, speaks to Matthew Condon about the power of reflection and self-scrutiny, and considers just how impartially writers can observe themselves and others.

]]>Helen Garner is one of Australia’s most admired writers of novels, short stories, screenplays, essays and non-fiction in a career spanning more than 50 years. In her non-fiction, she writes with a tough and unsparing honesty about both her subjects and herself. In this podcast from the 2018 Sydney Writers' Festival, the author, described by The New Yorker as “a recording angel at life’s secular apocalypses”, speaks to Matthew Condon about the power of reflection and self-scrutiny, and considers just how impartially writers can observe themselves and others.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalf7a8675a-51de-49b5-964a-a93800211e15Fri, 10 Aug 2018 02:14:15 +000000:57:41https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/helen-garner-s-savage-self-scrutiny
Saga LandSaga LandABC’s Richard Fidler and author Kári Gíslason are good friends connected by an unusual bond: a deep attachment to the sagas of Iceland. Saga Land is the account of their journey across the island nation to uncover the true stories of the first Viking families who settled there in the Middle Ages, as well as Kári’s own quest to resolve a longstanding family mystery. The two appear in conversation with Tony Birch to discuss their travels and the folklore of a starkly beautiful country.

]]>ABC’s Richard Fidler and author Kári Gíslason are good friends connected by an unusual bond: a deep attachment to the sagas of Iceland. Saga Land is the account of their journey across the island nation to uncover the true stories of the first Viking families who settled there in the Middle Ages, as well as Kári’s own quest to resolve a longstanding family mystery. The two appear in conversation with Tony Birch to discuss their travels and the folklore of a starkly beautiful country.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalf0dced2b-3123-4711-833c-a9360070b493Wed, 08 Aug 2018 07:27:53 +000000:58:50https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/saga-land
Gay for PageGay for PageSally Rugg welcomes some of the Festival’s most esteemed guests for a celebration of iconic queer literature. From Maggie Nelson'sThe Argonauts to Jeanette Winterson's Sexing the Cherry, join Yrsa Daley-Ward, Masha Gessen, Eileen Myles, Carmen Maria Machado, Pajtim Statovci and Christos Tsiolkas as they share the texts that shaped them – from the overtly queer to between-the-lines classics. They reveal the novels that were lifelines growing up, the characters they were most drawn to, and the writers who have influenced their own work today.

]]>Sally Rugg welcomes some of the Festival’s most esteemed guests for a celebration of iconic queer literature. From Maggie Nelson'sThe Argonauts to Jeanette Winterson's Sexing the Cherry, join Yrsa Daley-Ward, Masha Gessen, Eileen Myles, Carmen Maria Machado, Pajtim Statovci and Christos Tsiolkas as they share the texts that shaped them – from the overtly queer to between-the-lines classics. They reveal the novels that were lifelines growing up, the characters they were most drawn to, and the writers who have influenced their own work today.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival1119fb8c-75cf-4fee-bd4d-a8f6006646f8Fri, 03 Aug 2018 04:30:13 +000000:55:41https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/gay-for-page
RecogniseRecogniseIn the media, literature and the arts, Indigenous Australians are frequently portrayed as being powerless victims, with opinion leaders being quick to assume knowledge about Aboriginal status in modern society. In this captivating and lively discussion, playwright and actor Nakkiah Lui and journalist and author Stan Grant speak with renowned academic Marcia Langton to examine the agency of Indigenous people and whether their voices are being lost in an increasingly cynical political process.

]]>In the media, literature and the arts, Indigenous Australians are frequently portrayed as being powerless victims, with opinion leaders being quick to assume knowledge about Aboriginal status in modern society. In this captivating and lively discussion, playwright and actor Nakkiah Lui and journalist and author Stan Grant speak with renowned academic Marcia Langton to examine the agency of Indigenous people and whether their voices are being lost in an increasingly cynical political process.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival80acfc24-8116-419c-b8ec-a92f001f2e18Thu, 02 Aug 2018 01:27:16 +000001:02:13https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/recognise
André Aciman: Enigma VariationsAndré Aciman: Enigma VariationsFew writers today can conjure the full scope of love and longing as devastatingly as André Aciman. Hailed by The New York Review of Books as a writer of “fiction at its most supremely interesting”, his latest novel, Enigma Variations, tells the story of a man’s life and loves from boyhood holidays to late adulthood. Hear the celebrated Call Me by Your Name author in conversation with Angela Ledgerwood about a masterful rendering of one man’s life in love that maps the most inscrutable corners of passion.

]]>Few writers today can conjure the full scope of love and longing as devastatingly as André Aciman. Hailed by The New York Review of Books as a writer of “fiction at its most supremely interesting”, his latest novel, Enigma Variations, tells the story of a man’s life and loves from boyhood holidays to late adulthood. Hear the celebrated Call Me by Your Name author in conversation with Angela Ledgerwood about a masterful rendering of one man’s life in love that maps the most inscrutable corners of passion.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival094fe969-625b-4ad4-9cad-a92a0066beb2Fri, 27 Jul 2018 06:51:35 +000000:55:23https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/andr-aciman-enigma-variations
Sarah Ferguson: On MotherSarah Ferguson: On MotherFollowing the sudden death of her mother, renowned ABC journalist Sarah Ferguson penned On Mother, a poignant and moving reflection on their relationship over decades and across continents. After a career spent investigating some of Australia’s most high-profile news stories, she turned the focus onto her own family to examine the individual that existed beyond motherhood. In conversation with Louise Adler, the four-time Walkley Award–winning reporter reflects on the complex bonds shared between mothers and daughters.

]]>Following the sudden death of her mother, renowned ABC journalist Sarah Ferguson penned On Mother, a poignant and moving reflection on their relationship over decades and across continents. After a career spent investigating some of Australia’s most high-profile news stories, she turned the focus onto her own family to examine the individual that existed beyond motherhood. In conversation with Louise Adler, the four-time Walkley Award–winning reporter reflects on the complex bonds shared between mothers and daughters.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival80df15b7-8545-44a6-96ed-a8f60066470fThu, 26 Jul 2018 07:51:09 +000000:56:36https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/sarah-ferguson-on-mother
Zinzi Clemmons: What We LoseZinzi Clemmons: What We LoseSince releasing her beautifully wrought novel What We Lose, Zinzi Clemmons has earned a chorus of praise from the likes of Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire and Vogue, which hailed it as 2017’s debut novel of the year. It tells the story of a young woman dealing with the loss of a parent while coming to terms with issues of race, sex and love. Glory Edim speaks with an exciting new talent about her loosely autobiographical exorcism of grief.

]]>Since releasing her beautifully wrought novel What We Lose, Zinzi Clemmons has earned a chorus of praise from the likes of Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire and Vogue, which hailed it as 2017’s debut novel of the year. It tells the story of a young woman dealing with the loss of a parent while coming to terms with issues of race, sex and love. Glory Edim speaks with an exciting new talent about her loosely autobiographical exorcism of grief.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival694bdf97-79d6-4474-862d-a91f003af196Wed, 25 Jul 2018 03:57:15 +000000:50:12https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/zinzi-clemmons-what-we-lose
SWF Gala: PowerSWF Gala: PowerA distinguished line-up of guests interpret the Sydney Writers’ Festival theme of power in this gala Sydney Town Hall event, and examine its relationship to sex, money, politics, sports, identity, and the state of the world. Featuring Deputy Leader of the Opposition, Tanya Plibersek MP, New York Times bestselling author Tayari Jones, Pulitzer Prize–winning New York Times critic Wesley Morris, founder of Tech LadyMafia and Call Your Girlfriend co-host Aminatou Sow, filmmaker and director Warwick Thornton, journalist Masha Gessen, LGBTQI activist Sally Rugg, and journalist and author Jamila Rizvi. Together, some of the Festival’s brightest stars make a firm case for literature, stories and public conversation helping resist the pull of a backward-lurching culture.

]]>A distinguished line-up of guests interpret the Sydney Writers’ Festival theme of power in this gala Sydney Town Hall event, and examine its relationship to sex, money, politics, sports, identity, and the state of the world. Featuring Deputy Leader of the Opposition, Tanya Plibersek MP, New York Times bestselling author Tayari Jones, Pulitzer Prize–winning New York Times critic Wesley Morris, founder of Tech LadyMafia and Call Your Girlfriend co-host Aminatou Sow, filmmaker and director Warwick Thornton, journalist Masha Gessen, LGBTQI activist Sally Rugg, and journalist and author Jamila Rizvi. Together, some of the Festival’s brightest stars make a firm case for literature, stories and public conversation helping resist the pull of a backward-lurching culture.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival19c28d42-d015-4e18-92cf-a8f600664786Thu, 19 Jul 2018 03:29:31 +000001:11:38https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/swf-gala-power
Leigh Sales: On DoubtLeigh Sales: On DoubtIn On Doubt, ABC’s Leigh Sales revisits her classic essay, where she identified the trends that would come to define the media and politics over the next decade. Donald Trump, the post-truth world and the instability of Australian politics are all examined by the 7.30 anchor. In conversation with ABC’s Julia Baird, she shares her message about the value of truth, scrutiny and accountability, and why in the era of fake news we must – more than ever – embrace doubt.

]]>In On Doubt, ABC’s Leigh Sales revisits her classic essay, where she identified the trends that would come to define the media and politics over the next decade. Donald Trump, the post-truth world and the instability of Australian politics are all examined by the 7.30 anchor. In conversation with ABC’s Julia Baird, she shares her message about the value of truth, scrutiny and accountability, and why in the era of fake news we must – more than ever – embrace doubt.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival6a4d2b2d-8fee-4b7d-9656-a8f6006646c4Wed, 18 Jul 2018 07:26:47 +000000:53:37https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/leigh-sales-on-doubt
Alexis Wright: TrackerAlexis Wright: TrackerThroughout a distinguished career, Alexis Wright has significantly enriched the country’s understanding of Aboriginal cultures. Her newest work – composed entirely of first-person testimony – marks a departure from acclaimed fiction such as the Miles Franklin-winning Carpentaria. It tells the true story of Tracker Tilmouth, a member of the Stolen Generation who fought tirelessly for self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In conversation with The Australian’s Chief Literary Critic Geordie Williamson, Alexis explains how the charismatic political thinker inspired Alexis’ return to non-fiction.

]]>Throughout a distinguished career, Alexis Wright has significantly enriched the country’s understanding of Aboriginal cultures. Her newest work – composed entirely of first-person testimony – marks a departure from acclaimed fiction such as the Miles Franklin-winning Carpentaria. It tells the true story of Tracker Tilmouth, a member of the Stolen Generation who fought tirelessly for self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In conversation with The Australian’s Chief Literary Critic Geordie Williamson, Alexis explains how the charismatic political thinker inspired Alexis’ return to non-fiction.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival6bcff7c2-679a-4dff-a0b1-a91b000b3c55Thu, 12 Jul 2018 00:53:55 +000000:57:55https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/alexis-wright-tracker
Manal al-Sharif: Daring to Drive: A Saudi Woman's AwakeningManal al-Sharif: Daring to Drive: A Saudi Woman's AwakeningManal al-Sharif caused a sensation in Saudi Arabia when she was arrested after posting a YouTube video of herself driving. Daring to Drive is the powerful memoir of how she became the unexpected leader of a radical feminist movement in her ultraconservative homeland. Now a prominent voice for women’s rights in the Arab world, Manal has spoken at the United Nations and Harvard University. She joins Jamila Rizvi to talk about her remarkable journey.

]]>Manal al-Sharif caused a sensation in Saudi Arabia when she was arrested after posting a YouTube video of herself driving. Daring to Drive is the powerful memoir of how she became the unexpected leader of a radical feminist movement in her ultraconservative homeland. Now a prominent voice for women’s rights in the Arab world, Manal has spoken at the United Nations and Harvard University. She joins Jamila Rizvi to talk about her remarkable journey.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivald065dadb-a5e7-4ebe-9b0c-a8f600664627Mon, 09 Jul 2018 07:32:13 +000000:56:29https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/manal-al-sharif-daring-to-drive-a-saudi-womans-awa
Eileen Myles: To Dig a Hole in EternityEileen Myles: To Dig a Hole in EternityThe electrifying work of poet, novelist and performer Eileen Myles has long subverted the literary and cultural status quo. With beginnings in the downtown New York poetry scene of the 1970s, their canon spans 20 books of poetry, prose and fiction, including the iconic 1994 queer novel Chelsea Girls and, most recently, the wrenching Afterglow (a dog memoir). Annamarie Jagose meets the revered writer who described their work as an attempt “to dig a hole in eternity” through language.

]]>The electrifying work of poet, novelist and performer Eileen Myles has long subverted the literary and cultural status quo. With beginnings in the downtown New York poetry scene of the 1970s, their canon spans 20 books of poetry, prose and fiction, including the iconic 1994 queer novel Chelsea Girls and, most recently, the wrenching Afterglow (a dog memoir). Annamarie Jagose meets the revered writer who described their work as an attempt “to dig a hole in eternity” through language.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival0197c472-c774-418a-b1c8-a8f600664690Thu, 05 Jul 2018 06:37:33 +000001:01:15https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/eileen-myles-to-dig-a-hole-in-eternity
Julia Gillard: On Power and GenderJulia Gillard: On Power and GenderIt’s been six years since Julia Gillard delivered her superb attack on sexism and misogyny, and despite gains made towards equality, women still only make up around a quarter of parliamentarians, news-media leaders and judges worldwide. What would it take to create a world in which being a woman is not a barrier to becoming a leader, or a factor contributing to negative perceptions of an individual’s leadership? In an electrifying Town Hall discussion, former prime minister and Global Partnership for Education Chair Julia Gillard joins ABC 7.30’s chief political correspondent Laura Tingle in conversation on power and gender.

]]>It’s been six years since Julia Gillard delivered her superb attack on sexism and misogyny, and despite gains made towards equality, women still only make up around a quarter of parliamentarians, news-media leaders and judges worldwide. What would it take to create a world in which being a woman is not a barrier to becoming a leader, or a factor contributing to negative perceptions of an individual’s leadership? In an electrifying Town Hall discussion, former prime minister and Global Partnership for Education Chair Julia Gillard joins ABC 7.30’s chief political correspondent Laura Tingle in conversation on power and gender.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivala435d5d0-d825-43e8-894e-a8f6006646fcTue, 03 Jul 2018 05:32:16 +000000:58:53https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/julia-gillard-on-power-and-gender
Emily Wilson: Translating the OdysseyEmily Wilson: Translating the OdysseyIn 2017, Emily Wilson became the first woman to translate The Odyssey into English. Her translation of the 12,110-line epic poem offered a fresh perspective on the rousing tale of shipwrecks, monsters and magic. Her text has been praised for its accuracy and an accessibility that brings the ancient work into the 21st century. Speaking to Jennifer Byrne, Emily elaborates on her approach to translating the second-oldest text in Western literature and why it remains so vital today.

]]>In 2017, Emily Wilson became the first woman to translate The Odyssey into English. Her translation of the 12,110-line epic poem offered a fresh perspective on the rousing tale of shipwrecks, monsters and magic. Her text has been praised for its accuracy and an accessibility that brings the ancient work into the 21st century. Speaking to Jennifer Byrne, Emily elaborates on her approach to translating the second-oldest text in Western literature and why it remains so vital today.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalc31cda22-62c2-46f4-a592-a8f60066472dWed, 27 Jun 2018 04:53:34 +000001:03:33https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/emily-wilson-translating-the-odyssey
Jennifer Egan: Manhattan BeachJennifer Egan: Manhattan BeachJennifer Egan’s A Visit from the Goon Squad won the Pulitzer Prize and marked her as one of the greatest novelists of our time. Her long-awaited follow-up, Manhattan Beach, is a dazzling historical novel set against the backdrop of the Great Depression and the Second World War – transformative events in the lives of women and men, America and the world. Jennifer talks to Jennifer Byrne about her intricately woven and hauntingly beautiful novel.

]]>Jennifer Egan’s A Visit from the Goon Squad won the Pulitzer Prize and marked her as one of the greatest novelists of our time. Her long-awaited follow-up, Manhattan Beach, is a dazzling historical novel set against the backdrop of the Great Depression and the Second World War – transformative events in the lives of women and men, America and the world. Jennifer talks to Jennifer Byrne about her intricately woven and hauntingly beautiful novel.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival17468b3c-861d-4820-842e-a8f6006646dbFri, 22 Jun 2018 02:51:03 +000001:00:54https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/jennifer-egan-manhattan-beach
Conflicting Narratives: Reporting on International ConflictConflicting Narratives: Reporting on International ConflictThree reporters share their perspectives on the role of storytellers in a time of ongoing conflict, terrorism and refugee crises, in conversation with The Guardian journalist Ben Doherty. The New Yorker staff writer Alexis Okeowo’s A Moonless, Starless Sky chronicles the resistance against extremism in Africa. Moscow-based correspondent for The Telegraph Alec Luhn has covered protests in Russia and the war in eastern Ukraine. The New Yorker staff writer Ben Taub has written about jihadi recruitment in Europe and war crimes in Syria.

]]>Three reporters share their perspectives on the role of storytellers in a time of ongoing conflict, terrorism and refugee crises, in conversation with The Guardian journalist Ben Doherty. The New Yorker staff writer Alexis Okeowo’s A Moonless, Starless Sky chronicles the resistance against extremism in Africa. Moscow-based correspondent for The Telegraph Alec Luhn has covered protests in Russia and the war in eastern Ukraine. The New Yorker staff writer Ben Taub has written about jihadi recruitment in Europe and war crimes in Syria.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival9333773d-5988-47eb-87c5-a8f60066465aThu, 21 Jun 2018 04:38:24 +000000:43:34https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/conflicting-narratives-reporting-on-international
Christos Tsiolkas: On Patrick WhiteChristos Tsiolkas: On Patrick WhiteIn his electrifying contribution to the Writers on Writers series, author Christos Tsiolkas recounts his year spent reading Patrick White and his rediscovery of the literary great. On Patrick White is a vivid celebration of the Nobel Prize–winning author’s work that asks: What does it mean to us now? In conversation with writer Michelle de Kretser, Christos speaks about the author he believes “did more than any other writer in the twentieth century to create an imaginative language that we can call ‘Australian’”.

]]>In his electrifying contribution to the Writers on Writers series, author Christos Tsiolkas recounts his year spent reading Patrick White and his rediscovery of the literary great. On Patrick White is a vivid celebration of the Nobel Prize–winning author’s work that asks: What does it mean to us now? In conversation with writer Michelle de Kretser, Christos speaks about the author he believes “did more than any other writer in the twentieth century to create an imaginative language that we can call ‘Australian’”.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalbed4a0a5-74ea-4767-9107-a8f60066461dWed, 20 Jun 2018 07:21:45 +000000:45:38https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/christos-tsiolkas-on-partick-white
This is Not a Moment, It's a MovementThis is Not a Moment, It's a MovementIn this headline Festival event, three prominent voices team up to share their unique perspectives on the #MeToo movement – from its repercussions, to how the media have handled (and mishandled) it, and why Australia’s defamation laws may have prevented it from taking full flight at home. Sophie Black speaks to reporter and Women in Media co-founder Tracey Spicer, New York Times journalist Jenna Wortham, and Washington Post writer Irin Carmon, who broke the Charlie Rose story.

]]>In this headline Festival event, three prominent voices team up to share their unique perspectives on the #MeToo movement – from its repercussions, to how the media have handled (and mishandled) it, and why Australia’s defamation laws may have prevented it from taking full flight at home. Sophie Black speaks to reporter and Women in Media co-founder Tracey Spicer, New York Times journalist Jenna Wortham, and Washington Post writer Irin Carmon, who broke the Charlie Rose story.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival5083885f-0423-48c2-b146-a8f6006646dbFri, 15 Jun 2018 01:10:27 +000001:05:14https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/this-is-not-a-moment-its-a-movement
Tayari Jones: An American MarriageTayari Jones: An American MarriageThe bestselling An American Marriage by Tayari Jones traces the lives of Roy, a black man wrongly convicted of rape, and his wife, Celestial. Widely lauded since its release, it became an official Book Club selection of Oprah Winfrey, who enthused: “It’s among Tayari's many gifts that she can touch us soul to soul with her words – and that those words are so glorious.” Glory Edim speaks to Tayari about her stunning novel of love, racial injustice and a marriage interrupted.

]]>The bestselling An American Marriage by Tayari Jones traces the lives of Roy, a black man wrongly convicted of rape, and his wife, Celestial. Widely lauded since its release, it became an official Book Club selection of Oprah Winfrey, who enthused: “It’s among Tayari's many gifts that she can touch us soul to soul with her words – and that those words are so glorious.” Glory Edim speaks to Tayari about her stunning novel of love, racial injustice and a marriage interrupted.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival7ddba517-7c1a-4654-a153-a8f600664713Thu, 14 Jun 2018 05:23:27 +000000:59:01https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/tayari-jones-an-american-marriage
Jenny Zhang: Sour HeartJenny Zhang: Sour HeartJenny Zhang’s debut collection of short stories establishes her as a subversive interpreter of the immigrant experience, and one which New York calls “one of the knockout fiction debuts of the year”. The first book acquired by Random House’s Lenny imprint, Sour Heart is narrated by the daughters of Chinese immigrants struggling to stay afloat in America. Jenny is in conversation with Abigail Ulman about her darkly funny and poignant stories that examine the meaning of belonging.

]]>Jenny Zhang’s debut collection of short stories establishes her as a subversive interpreter of the immigrant experience, and one which New York calls “one of the knockout fiction debuts of the year”. The first book acquired by Random House’s Lenny imprint, Sour Heart is narrated by the daughters of Chinese immigrants struggling to stay afloat in America. Jenny is in conversation with Abigail Ulman about her darkly funny and poignant stories that examine the meaning of belonging.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalc494a56c-32f5-47df-8a40-a8f60066469fWed, 13 Jun 2018 06:25:14 +000000:56:53https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/jenny-zhang-sour-heart
Katy Tur: UnbelievableKaty Tur: UnbelievableDuring President Donald Trump’s campaign, he reserved special vitriol for NBC News correspondent Katy Tur, calling her “disgraceful”, “third-rate” and “not nice”. For 500 days, she followed him around the US to document and fact-check his volatile bid for presidency, becoming part of the first women-led politics team in the history of US network news. Katy joins ABC 7.30’s Leigh Sales to discuss her darkly comic campaign memoir, Unbelievable, and how she withstood the opprobrium of the most erratic presidential candidate in US history.

]]>During President Donald Trump’s campaign, he reserved special vitriol for NBC News correspondent Katy Tur, calling her “disgraceful”, “third-rate” and “not nice”. For 500 days, she followed him around the US to document and fact-check his volatile bid for presidency, becoming part of the first women-led politics team in the history of US network news. Katy joins ABC 7.30’s Leigh Sales to discuss her darkly comic campaign memoir, Unbelievable, and how she withstood the opprobrium of the most erratic presidential candidate in US history.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival7c14f2b7-903d-4538-b4d7-a8f600664664Wed, 06 Jun 2018 05:37:29 +000001:01:34https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/katy-tur-unbelievable
Peter Greste: The First CasualtyPeter Greste: The First CasualtyForeign correspondent Peter Greste spent two decades reporting from the frontline in the world’s most dangerous countries before making headlines himself following his incarceration in an Egyptian prison. The First Casualty is his enlightening firsthand account of how the war on journalism spread from the battlefields of the Middle East to the governments of the West. Fellow correspondent Hugh Riminton speaks to Peter about the extent to which investigative journalism is under threat in the age of terrorism and fake news.

]]>Foreign correspondent Peter Greste spent two decades reporting from the frontline in the world’s most dangerous countries before making headlines himself following his incarceration in an Egyptian prison. The First Casualty is his enlightening firsthand account of how the war on journalism spread from the battlefields of the Middle East to the governments of the West. Fellow correspondent Hugh Riminton speaks to Peter about the extent to which investigative journalism is under threat in the age of terrorism and fake news.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival60ffec43-9eb6-470f-b873-a8f100643ba3Thu, 31 May 2018 06:13:47 +000000:50:59https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/peter-greste-the-first-casualty
André Aciman: Call Me By Your NameAndré Aciman: Call Me By Your NameLuca Guadagnino’s film adaptation of André Aciman’s 2007 coming-out and coming-of-age novel Call Me by Your Name is one of the most talked-about films of the year. The movie and the book have both become instant classics for their sensuous rendering of a young man’s sexual awakening during a summer in Italy. André talks to SBS’s Anton Enus how the book came to life and what it’s like to see your work adapted for the big screen.

]]>Luca Guadagnino’s film adaptation of André Aciman’s 2007 coming-out and coming-of-age novel Call Me by Your Name is one of the most talked-about films of the year. The movie and the book have both become instant classics for their sensuous rendering of a young man’s sexual awakening during a summer in Italy. André talks to SBS’s Anton Enus how the book came to life and what it’s like to see your work adapted for the big screen.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival72fa8df6-a8c2-4b88-b4f2-a8ef0011f98bTue, 29 May 2018 01:14:46 +000000:56:44https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/andre-aciman-call-me-by-your-name
Women in Tech: Okay Ladies, Now Let's Get InformationWomen in Tech: Okay Ladies, Now Let's Get InformationWhy do the tech and science industries remain a boys’ club after so many years? How are inroads finally being made? And who are the success stories bucking the trend? Join three inspiring speakers in conversation with Deb Verhoeven as they celebrate the incredible women of tech and science. Aminatou Sow is a digital strategist and co-founder of Tech LadyMafia; Angela Saini is a BBC science journalist and author of Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong; and Professor Elanor Huntington is the first female Dean of Engineering and Computer Science at the Australian National University.

]]>Why do the tech and science industries remain a boys’ club after so many years? How are inroads finally being made? And who are the success stories bucking the trend? Join three inspiring speakers in conversation with Deb Verhoeven as they celebrate the incredible women of tech and science. Aminatou Sow is a digital strategist and co-founder of Tech LadyMafia; Angela Saini is a BBC science journalist and author of Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong; and Professor Elanor Huntington is the first female Dean of Engineering and Computer Science at the Australian National University.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival5da01793-ef34-4752-9acf-a8ea001fa7aaThu, 24 May 2018 02:02:18 +000001:04:36https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/women-in-tech-okay-ladies-now-lets-get-information
On The Record: Historical FictionOn The Record: Historical FictionAll writers are obsessives, but none more so than historical fiction authors. “My level of research became a little neurotic,” confessed Min Jin Lee, author of Pachinko. Jennifer Egan spent months at the Brooklyn Historical Society researching Manhattan Beach. Two of the Festival’s most anticipated guests share their experiences with Wheeler Centre Director Michael Williams.

]]>All writers are obsessives, but none more so than historical fiction authors. “My level of research became a little neurotic,” confessed Min Jin Lee, author of Pachinko. Jennifer Egan spent months at the Brooklyn Historical Society researching Manhattan Beach. Two of the Festival’s most anticipated guests share their experiences with Wheeler Centre Director Michael Williams.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivald442de84-4f91-4516-a419-a8ea001a86adThu, 24 May 2018 01:54:48 +000000:59:56https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/on-the-record-historical-fiction
The Future of RussiaThe Future of RussiaBe it the annexation of Crimea, military action in Syria or meddling in foreign elections, Russia is increasingly emboldened on the world stage despite harsh sanctions and international censure. But what lies ahead for the nation and its economy and citizens after some two decades of Vladimir Putin’s ironclad rule? Award–winning Putin biographer and The Future is History author Masha Gessen joins Moscow-based correspondent for The Telegraph, Alec Luhn, and former Russia correspondent, Monica Attard, to examine the future of Russia.

]]>Be it the annexation of Crimea, military action in Syria or meddling in foreign elections, Russia is increasingly emboldened on the world stage despite harsh sanctions and international censure. But what lies ahead for the nation and its economy and citizens after some two decades of Vladimir Putin’s ironclad rule? Award–winning Putin biographer and The Future is History author Masha Gessen joins Moscow-based correspondent for The Telegraph, Alec Luhn, and former Russia correspondent, Monica Attard, to examine the future of Russia.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival64da9417-d645-4d7b-b671-a8e800342c5bTue, 22 May 2018 03:27:35 +000000:53:57https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/the-future-of-russia
The Future of ChinaThe Future of ChinaXi Jinping has become China’s most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. But with his consolidation of power, the country has become more authoritarian, with increasing censorship and arrests of lawyers and activists. Three Festival writers uniquely placed to discuss China sit down with Linda Jaivin to talk about its political, economic and cultural future. Join Minglu Chen, senior lecturer at the University of Sydney's Chinese Studies Centre; Robert E. Kelly, a professor of political science at Pusan National University; and Xue Yiwei, a prolific Chinese-born novelist, for a riveting and timely discussion.

]]>Xi Jinping has become China’s most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. But with his consolidation of power, the country has become more authoritarian, with increasing censorship and arrests of lawyers and activists. Three Festival writers uniquely placed to discuss China sit down with Linda Jaivin to talk about its political, economic and cultural future. Join Minglu Chen, senior lecturer at the University of Sydney's Chinese Studies Centre; Robert E. Kelly, a professor of political science at Pusan National University; and Xue Yiwei, a prolific Chinese-born novelist, for a riveting and timely discussion.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival955d1692-976d-4a00-a721-a8e3005c7e3bThu, 17 May 2018 05:45:35 +000000:58:10https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/the-future-of-china
How The News Has ChangedHow The News Has ChangedThe news cycle has seemingly accelerated from 24 hours to warp speed. But what happens when nothing matters long enough to matter anymore? From Trump’s scandals to homegrown ministerial fiascos, digital outlets are breaking news to our screens with increasing velocity – and we’re posting and tweeting commentary into ever more partisan echo chambers. Sydney Morning Herald journalist Kate McClymont, Vanity Fair correspondent Gabriel Sherman, NBC News reporter Katy Tur and ABC 7.30’s Monique Schafter talk to the Wheeler Centre’s Sophie Black about what’s being lost in the churn and how it’s reshaping society.

]]>The news cycle has seemingly accelerated from 24 hours to warp speed. But what happens when nothing matters long enough to matter anymore? From Trump’s scandals to homegrown ministerial fiascos, digital outlets are breaking news to our screens with increasing velocity – and we’re posting and tweeting commentary into ever more partisan echo chambers. Sydney Morning Herald journalist Kate McClymont, Vanity Fair correspondent Gabriel Sherman, NBC News reporter Katy Tur and ABC 7.30’s Monique Schafter talk to the Wheeler Centre’s Sophie Black about what’s being lost in the churn and how it’s reshaping society.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festivalc7efc59b-54c6-49c5-9696-a8e3004eb4e1Thu, 17 May 2018 05:34:13 +000000:46:10https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/how-the-news-has-changed
2018 Closing Address: Jennifer Egan2018 Closing Address: Jennifer EganPulitzer Prize-winning author Jennifer Egan delivered the Festival’s Closing Address on the relationship between technology, fiction and reality. How does the pressure to market ourselves impact our inner lives? How has the prevalence of virtual experience altered our very definition of 'reality'? Jennifer's latest novel, Manhattan Beach, became an instant New York Times bestseller. It has been awarded the American Library Association’s Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction.

]]>Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jennifer Egan delivered the Festival’s Closing Address on the relationship between technology, fiction and reality. How does the pressure to market ourselves impact our inner lives? How has the prevalence of virtual experience altered our very definition of 'reality'? Jennifer's latest novel, Manhattan Beach, became an instant New York Times bestseller. It has been awarded the American Library Association’s Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction.
SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.fullSydney Writers' Festival5028d4bb-081e-4972-ac79-a8e3003b9f81Thu, 17 May 2018 04:45:59 +000000:45:46https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/2018-closing-address-jennifer-egan
Curiosity Lecture | Melanie Joosten: On Big SistersCuriosity Lecture | Melanie Joosten: On Big SistersWriter Melanie Joosten (A Long Time Coming: Essays on Old Age) believes it’s time for younger feminists to fight for the rights of older women. She examines old age as a feminist cause.]]>Writer Melanie Joosten (A Long Time Coming: Essays on Old Age) believes it’s time for younger feminists to fight for the rights of older women. She examines old age as a feminist cause.fullSydney Writers' Festivalce348de9-436e-4c41-9b41-a8690038448eSat, 10 Mar 2018 21:00:00 +000000:30:21https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-melanie-joosten-on-big-sisters
Curiosity Lecture | Lynne Kelly: On How Memory Training Changed My ThinkingCuriosity Lecture | Lynne Kelly: On How Memory Training Changed My ThinkingLynne Kelly’s The Memory Code explores powerful memory techniques. She talks about how she used ancient training methods to improve her ‘pitiable’ memory, learning how to retain vast amounts of information.]]>Lynne Kelly’s The Memory Code explores powerful memory techniques. She talks about how she used ancient training methods to improve her ‘pitiable’ memory, learning how to retain vast amounts of information.fullSydney Writers' Festivalba288bdb-84de-4012-9588-a86900275025Fri, 09 Mar 2018 21:00:00 +000000:39:19https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-lynne-kelly-on-how-memory-traini
Curiosity Lecture | Karen Pickering: On Shark WeekCuriosity Lecture | Karen Pickering: On Shark WeekWriter, host of Cherchez La Femme and unapologetic feminist Karen Pickering delves into the menstrual taboo in Australia. Karen argues that negative perceptions of menstruation in our society are holding back important cultural change.]]>Writer, host of Cherchez La Femme and unapologetic feminist Karen Pickering delves into the menstrual taboo in Australia. Karen argues that negative perceptions of menstruation in our society are holding back important cultural change.fullSydney Writers' Festivaleebc358e-99ce-4126-9e29-a869001aee0fThu, 08 Mar 2018 20:00:00 +000000:42:29https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-karen-pickering-on-shark-week
Dreams of Her Real Self: Writers on Helen GarnerDreams of Her Real Self: Writers on Helen GarnerBoth celebrated and controversial, Helen Garner’s 40-year career has been distinguished by a trademark candidness. Garner fans Bernadette Brennan, Jennifer Byrne, Annabel Crabb, and Benjamin Law speak to Rebecca Giggs about her influence.]]>Both celebrated and controversial, Helen Garner’s 40-year career has been distinguished by a trademark candidness. Garner fans Bernadette Brennan, Jennifer Byrne, Annabel Crabb, and Benjamin Law speak to Rebecca Giggs about her influence.fullSydney Writers' Festivalf61bdafc-aed8-47b3-b3d1-a7a9007362baWed, 07 Mar 2018 20:00:00 +000000:56:15https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/dreams-of-her-real-self-writers-on-helen-garner
Di Morrissey: A Distant JourneyDi Morrissey: A Distant JourneyNo Australian female author has sold more novels at home than Di Morrissey. Since 1991, she has published 24 novels, each one eagerly awaited by her legion of fans. Her most recent book, A Distant Journey, tells the story of an all-American girl in the 1960s who seeks a new life on a dusty sheep station in NSW after marrying a charming Australian. Anne Summers catches up with one of Australia’s favourite storytellers.]]>No Australian female author has sold more novels at home than Di Morrissey. Since 1991, she has published 24 novels, each one eagerly awaited by her legion of fans. Her most recent book, A Distant Journey, tells the story of an all-American girl in the 1960s who seeks a new life on a dusty sheep station in NSW after marrying a charming Australian. Anne Summers catches up with one of Australia’s favourite storytellers.fullSydney Writers' Festival639f6a10-b64a-4348-8449-a84d006a63b3Tue, 06 Mar 2018 20:00:00 +000000:59:02https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/di-morrissey-a-distant-journey
Hell and High WaterHell and High WaterFeeling the heat? Got questions to ask about climate change? You’re not alone. Dr Karl Kruszelnicki and Tim Flannery have investigated this vexing subject as thoroughly as anyone. They join Nick Rowley for an enlightening discussion that answers many of your questions and poses a few more. From melting ice caps to the effect of rising sea levels on our coastlines, our response to these problems will matter – and sooner than we thought, it seems.]]>Feeling the heat? Got questions to ask about climate change? You’re not alone. Dr Karl Kruszelnicki and Tim Flannery have investigated this vexing subject as thoroughly as anyone. They join Nick Rowley for an enlightening discussion that answers many of your questions and poses a few more. From melting ice caps to the effect of rising sea levels on our coastlines, our response to these problems will matter – and sooner than we thought, it seems.fullSydney Writers' Festivalee350b91-0507-44ab-9541-a84e0046f26aMon, 05 Mar 2018 20:00:00 +000000:56:34https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/hell-and-high-water
Crimes of the FatherCrimes of the FatherAs country after country reels from revelations about the systemic sexual abuse of children in the Catholic Church, three of Australia’s pre‑eminent voices discuss the crimes and causes of this institutional dysfunction. Tom Keneally (Crimes of the Father), James M. Miller (The Priests) and Louise Milligan (Cardinal) join David Marr (Quarterly Essay: The Prince) for a powerful conversation about sexual abuse, conscience and celibacy in the Catholic Church.]]>As country after country reels from revelations about the systemic sexual abuse of children in the Catholic Church, three of Australia’s pre‑eminent voices discuss the crimes and causes of this institutional dysfunction. Tom Keneally (Crimes of the Father), James M. Miller (The Priests) and Louise Milligan (Cardinal) join David Marr (Quarterly Essay: The Prince) for a powerful conversation about sexual abuse, conscience and celibacy in the Catholic Church.fullSydney Writers' Festival88a308c0-7d7a-45f2-b1e4-a84d005f6b0dSun, 04 Mar 2018 20:00:00 +000000:58:02https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/crimes-of-the-father
Curiosity Lecture | Lucy Clark: On CompetitionCuriosity Lecture | Lucy Clark: On CompetitionIn this illuminating talk, Lucy Clark (Beautiful Failures: How the Quest for Success is Harming Our Kids) examines whether it is in our nature to be competitive, or if we can move beyond it.]]>In this illuminating talk, Lucy Clark (Beautiful Failures: How the Quest for Success is Harming Our Kids) examines whether it is in our nature to be competitive, or if we can move beyond it.fullSydney Writers' Festival093210a2-14d3-4e0f-8fd1-a86900326589Sat, 03 Mar 2018 21:00:00 +000000:35:55https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-lucy-clark-on-competition
Curiosity Lecture | Kim Mahood: On Stilettos and Salt LakesCuriosity Lecture | Kim Mahood: On Stilettos and Salt LakesWriter and artist Kim Mahood challenged understandings of Australia’s interior in her collaboration with the late Pamela Lofts, which led to the creation of desert alter ego and adventurer Violet Sunset.]]>Writer and artist Kim Mahood challenged understandings of Australia’s interior in her collaboration with the late Pamela Lofts, which led to the creation of desert alter ego and adventurer Violet Sunset.fullSydney Writers' Festival2a80bf0a-0651-4803-bb00-a8690013894dFri, 02 Mar 2018 21:00:00 +000000:38:29https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-kim-mahood-on-stilettos-and-salt
Curiosity Lecture | Jeff Sparrow: On Paul RobesonCuriosity Lecture | Jeff Sparrow: On Paul RobesonJeff Sparrow’s No Way But This: In Search of Paul Robeson explores the life of the scholar, footballer, singer, Hollywood actor and activist. Jeff tells Robeson’s story, accompanied by recordings of Robeson’s songs.]]>Jeff Sparrow’s No Way But This: In Search of Paul Robeson explores the life of the scholar, footballer, singer, Hollywood actor and activist. Jeff tells Robeson’s story, accompanied by recordings of Robeson’s songs.fullSydney Writers' Festival3e8b2fb7-17f4-4a61-8eb7-a86900100590Thu, 01 Mar 2018 20:00:00 +000000:35:00https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-jeff-sparrow-on-paul-robeson
Borders of Our WritingBorders of Our WritingTwo of Australia’s most celebrated authors discuss the non-English traditions in their writing. Guest curator Peter Polites (Down the Hume) talks to Rajith Savanadasa (Ruins) about what influences their work.]]>Two of Australia’s most celebrated authors discuss the non-English traditions in their writing. Guest curator Peter Polites (Down the Hume) talks to Rajith Savanadasa (Ruins) about what influences their work.fullSydney Writers' Festival5cf1d36f-497c-4977-8195-a872018a9d2cTue, 27 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000001:01:40https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/borders-of-our-writing
Other Minds: The Octopus and the Evolution of Intelligent LifeOther Minds: The Octopus and the Evolution of Intelligent LifePeter Godfrey-Smith’s Other Minds casts a new light on the mind of the octopus, and on our own. Krissy Kneen talks to Peter about the intelligence of cephalopods and their fascinating evolutionary lineage.]]>Peter Godfrey-Smith’s Other Minds casts a new light on the mind of the octopus, and on our own. Krissy Kneen talks to Peter about the intelligence of cephalopods and their fascinating evolutionary lineage.fullSydney Writers' Festival49f5c6d6-bd02-4984-b9fe-a8660049670fMon, 26 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:55:31https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/other-minds-the-octopus-and-the-evolution-of-intel
Globalisation & Inequality in the Age of TrumpGlobalisation & Inequality in the Age of TrumpWriter Thomas Friedman, economist Richard Holden, Washington Post columnist Sebastian Mallaby and the ACTU president Ged Kearney discuss globalisation and inequality in a new world of walls, trade barriers and immigration control. Moderated by ABC’s Emma Alberici.]]>Writer Thomas Friedman, economist Richard Holden, Washington Post columnist Sebastian Mallaby and the ACTU president Ged Kearney discuss globalisation and inequality in a new world of walls, trade barriers and immigration control. Moderated by ABC’s Emma Alberici.fullSydney Writers' Festival3f8a4652-8423-4af7-ba70-a8660040efccSun, 25 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:54:06https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/globalisation-inequality-in-the-age-of-trump
Curiosity Lecture | Jacqueline Rose: On Remarkable WomenCuriosity Lecture | Jacqueline Rose: On Remarkable WomenWriter Jacqueline Rose (Women in Dark Times) delivers a lecture on Rosa Luxemburg and Marilyn Monroe. Jacqueline discusses their lives and offers insights into the problems they faced, and how they are relevant to feminism today.]]>Writer Jacqueline Rose (Women in Dark Times) delivers a lecture on Rosa Luxemburg and Marilyn Monroe. Jacqueline discusses their lives and offers insights into the problems they faced, and how they are relevant to feminism today.fullSydney Writers' Festival746cc490-1c49-4106-9534-a8720037bf05Sat, 24 Feb 2018 21:00:00 +000000:29:43https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-jacqueline-rose-on-remarkable-wo
Curiosity Lecture | Candice Fox: On the Importance of RejectionCuriosity Lecture | Candice Fox: On the Importance of RejectionCandice Fox (Crimson Lake) received more than 200 rejections before her first novel was published. She talks about the importance of rejection to a writer’s practice, and the rewards it can bring.]]>Candice Fox (Crimson Lake) received more than 200 rejections before her first novel was published. She talks about the importance of rejection to a writer’s practice, and the rewards it can bring.fullSydney Writers' Festivalddf52a5d-d1e2-40d6-8b90-a869000ce36bFri, 23 Feb 2018 21:00:00 +000000:40:20https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-candice-fox-on-the-importance-of
Curiosity Lecture | David Francis: On a Verdict, Curiosity and a RiotCuriosity Lecture | David Francis: On a Verdict, Curiosity and a RiotCelebrated author David Francis (Wedding Bush Road) shares his unusual story about leaving Australia, becoming lead tenor in the oldest black choir in Los Angeles and co-founding the organisation Horses in the Hood.]]>Celebrated author David Francis (Wedding Bush Road) shares his unusual story about leaving Australia, becoming lead tenor in the oldest black choir in Los Angeles and co-founding the organisation Horses in the Hood.fullSydney Writers' Festivald044f8fb-317e-44b6-bbff-a8690009be0aThu, 22 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:40:28https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-david-francis-on-a-verdict-curio
Do We all Turn into our Mothers?Do We all Turn into our Mothers?Oscar Wilde wrote, ‘All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does, and that is his.’ In this intimate discussion led by Louise Adler, three writers explore the relationships between mothers and children. Caroline Baum’s memoir Only recounts being caught between two damaged people. Nadja Spiegelman describes unravelling a web of family relationships in I’m Supposed to Protect You from All This. In Things That Helped, Jessica Friedmann lays bare her experience of post-partum depression.]]>Oscar Wilde wrote, ‘All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does, and that is his.’ In this intimate discussion led by Louise Adler, three writers explore the relationships between mothers and children. Caroline Baum’s memoir Only recounts being caught between two damaged people. Nadja Spiegelman describes unravelling a web of family relationships in I’m Supposed to Protect You from All This. In Things That Helped, Jessica Friedmann lays bare her experience of post-partum depression.fullSydney Writers' Festivala2fb43e0-7874-4853-97bd-a84e004e6a5fWed, 21 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000001:00:41https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/do-we-all-turn-into-our-mothers
Bernadette Brennan: Writing Helen GarnerBernadette Brennan: Writing Helen GarnerBernadette Brennan has completed the first full-length study of Helen Garner’s career in A Writing Life. Bernadette talks to Susan Wyndham about what is left to explore that Helen Garner hasn’t already shared about herself.]]>Bernadette Brennan has completed the first full-length study of Helen Garner’s career in A Writing Life. Bernadette talks to Susan Wyndham about what is left to explore that Helen Garner hasn’t already shared about herself.fullSydney Writers' Festivala89e9747-4277-4aea-bd30-a7a90071e05eTue, 20 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000001:03:50https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/bernadette-brennan-writing-helen-garner
Stop the World, I Want to Get OffStop the World, I Want to Get OffBurnt out by the 24-hour news cycle with its constant updates on Trump tweets, Middle Eastern crises and bitter Brexit disputes? You’re not alone. But should you give yourself permission to tune out? Don’t miss a panel discussion with Michael Willams, The Guardian’s Brigid Delaney, NPR’s Shanghai correspondent Rob Schmitz, acclaimed author Tara June Winch and award-winning journalist John Zubrzycki about the dilemma of looking away. Who will keep fighting on the information front line?]]>Burnt out by the 24-hour news cycle with its constant updates on Trump tweets, Middle Eastern crises and bitter Brexit disputes? You’re not alone. But should you give yourself permission to tune out? Don’t miss a panel discussion with Michael Willams, The Guardian’s Brigid Delaney, NPR’s Shanghai correspondent Rob Schmitz, acclaimed author Tara June Winch and award-winning journalist John Zubrzycki about the dilemma of looking away. Who will keep fighting on the information front line?fullSydney Writers' Festival9899dfdb-c77e-417a-98ec-a84e003a713fMon, 19 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:56:21https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/stop-the-world-i-want-to-get-off
Turia Pitt: UnmaskedTuria Pitt: UnmaskedIn 2011, Turia Pitt was trapped by a grassfire and suffered burns to 65 per cent of her body. She has since become a household name and one of the most admired women in Australia, known for her recovery, advocacy, resilience and charm. Unmasked (written with Bryce Corbett) examines Turia's sudden celebrity status, relationships and the toll of her accident. Turia is in conversation with the ABC’s Michaela Kalowski. ]]>In 2011, Turia Pitt was trapped by a grassfire and suffered burns to 65 per cent of her body. She has since become a household name and one of the most admired women in Australia, known for her recovery, advocacy, resilience and charm. Unmasked (written with Bryce Corbett) examines Turia's sudden celebrity status, relationships and the toll of her accident. Turia is in conversation with the ABC’s Michaela Kalowski. fullSydney Writers' Festivalffda3267-0051-4bc6-a598-a7ab0087e52bSun, 18 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:51:23https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/turia-pitt-unmasked
Curiosity Lecture | Liam Pieper: On Taylor SwiftCuriosity Lecture | Liam Pieper: On Taylor SwiftWriter Liam Pieper (The Toymaker) argues that pop icon Taylor Swift is ‘Baudrillard’s hyperreality, made real’. Liam discusses the work of philosopher Jean Baudrillard and the unstoppable marketing juggernaut that is Swift.]]>Writer Liam Pieper (The Toymaker) argues that pop icon Taylor Swift is ‘Baudrillard’s hyperreality, made real’. Liam discusses the work of philosopher Jean Baudrillard and the unstoppable marketing juggernaut that is Swift.fullSydney Writers' Festivald7e8fdd9-2b67-452a-b84b-a8690034d558Sat, 17 Feb 2018 21:00:00 +000000:39:02https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-liam-pieper-on-taylor-swift
Curiosity Lecture | Desi Anwar: On Spiritual EncountersCuriosity Lecture | Desi Anwar: On Spiritual EncountersCNN Indonesia anchor Desi Anwar is known for her writing and philosophical musings. Desi (Faces and Places) gives a behind-the-scenes look at some of her favourite spiritual encounters.]]>CNN Indonesia anchor Desi Anwar is known for her writing and philosophical musings. Desi (Faces and Places) gives a behind-the-scenes look at some of her favourite spiritual encounters.fullSydney Writers' Festival356dca91-c9fc-4594-b478-a869002d15efFri, 16 Feb 2018 21:00:00 +000000:38:24https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-desi-anwar-on-spiritual-encounte
Curiosity Lecture | Sarah Bakewell: On Bambi as an Existentialist HeroCuriosity Lecture | Sarah Bakewell: On Bambi as an Existentialist HeroForget Disney’s version of Bambi. Bestselling author Sarah Bakewell explores the story’s origins, its wide-ranging interpretations – from animal rights to Kafkaesque parable – and its personal significance.]]>Forget Disney’s version of Bambi. Bestselling author Sarah Bakewell explores the story’s origins, its wide-ranging interpretations – from animal rights to Kafkaesque parable – and its personal significance.fullSydney Writers' Festivalf640bfad-e2d8-4325-a71c-a86600572512Thu, 15 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:38:36https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-sarah-bakewell-on-bambi-as-an-ex
Nextness and Nearness: Bill Hayes on Oliver SacksNextness and Nearness: Bill Hayes on Oliver Sacks‘When Oliver Sacks died … the world lost a beloved author and neurologist. I lost my partner,’ Bill Hayes says. When they first became correspondents in 2007, Bill was grieving the death of a partner, and Sacks had lived in self-imposed celibacy for more than three decades. They fell in love. In this very special event, Bill reflects on the life and work of Dr Sacks, including his now classic suite of final New York Times essays on facing illness and death.]]>‘When Oliver Sacks died … the world lost a beloved author and neurologist. I lost my partner,’ Bill Hayes says. When they first became correspondents in 2007, Bill was grieving the death of a partner, and Sacks had lived in self-imposed celibacy for more than three decades. They fell in love. In this very special event, Bill reflects on the life and work of Dr Sacks, including his now classic suite of final New York Times essays on facing illness and death.fullSydney Writers' Festivalafb7b826-0233-4172-b2ac-a84d00155012Tue, 13 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:57:42https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/nextness-and-nearness-bill-hayes-on-oliver-sacks
Mikhail Zygar: All the Kremlin’s MenMikhail Zygar: All the Kremlin’s MenMikhail Zygar understands that being a journalist in Putin’s Russia is a dangerous job. For 21 of his colleagues, it has been fatal. Mikhail was Editor-in-Chief of Dozhd, Russia’s only independent TV station, before it faced unrelenting attacks from the Kremlin. His book, All the Kremlin’s Men, is an unprecedented series of interviews with Putin’s inner circle. It provides us with a surprising view of Russian politics that has made it a bestseller in Russia. With Jeff Sparrow.]]>Mikhail Zygar understands that being a journalist in Putin’s Russia is a dangerous job. For 21 of his colleagues, it has been fatal. Mikhail was Editor-in-Chief of Dozhd, Russia’s only independent TV station, before it faced unrelenting attacks from the Kremlin. His book, All the Kremlin’s Men, is an unprecedented series of interviews with Putin’s inner circle. It provides us with a surprising view of Russian politics that has made it a bestseller in Russia. With Jeff Sparrow.fullSydney Writers' Festival5dde4410-30f4-4a4e-9a4a-a84c01825eeeSun, 11 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:58:59https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/mikhail-zygar-all-the-kremlin-s-men
Curiosity Lecture | Mark McKenna: On Music and WritingCuriosity Lecture | Mark McKenna: On Music and WritingFor historian Mark McKenna (From the Edge: Australia’s Lost Histories) music and writing are intimately connected. In this lecture, Mark explores the relationship between music and the literary imagination.]]>For historian Mark McKenna (From the Edge: Australia’s Lost Histories) music and writing are intimately connected. In this lecture, Mark explores the relationship between music and the literary imagination.fullSydney Writers' Festival75baa8a3-e980-41de-a262-a866005310f0Thu, 08 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:36:29https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-mark-mckenna-on-music-and-writin
Pamela Paul: By The BookPamela Paul: By The BookCan you remember every book you’ve read? Pamela Paul can. For 28 years, the editor of the New York Times Book Review has been keeping a journal of every book she’s read. Called ‘Bob’, it faithfully catalogues her life as a reader. Author and former literary editor of The Sydney Morning Herald, Susan Wyndham, converses with Pamela as they unpack her latest work My Life with Bob and ask an important question: what do our choice of books say about us?

]]>Can you remember every book you’ve read? Pamela Paul can. For 28 years, the editor of the New York Times Book Review has been keeping a journal of every book she’s read. Called ‘Bob’, it faithfully catalogues her life as a reader. Author and former literary editor of The Sydney Morning Herald, Susan Wyndham, converses with Pamela as they unpack her latest work My Life with Bob and ask an important question: what do our choice of books say about us?
fullSydney Writers' Festival78453831-93b1-4f4e-b8fd-a84c017b89ebTue, 06 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000001:02:55https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/pamela-paul-by-the-book
Fighting Hislam and Beyond the Veiled ClichesFighting Hislam and Beyond the Veiled ClichesThe role of women in Islam is hotly debated among Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Yet Muslim women’s perspectives are often excluded from mainstream discussion. Journalist Amal Awad wrote Beyond Veiled Clichés to explore life from the perspective of Arab women, both in the West and the Arab world. Susan Carland is an academic and author whose book Fighting Hislam proffers a new kind of feminism in which religious beliefs co-exist with women’s rights. They talk to Yassmin Abdel-Magied.]]>The role of women in Islam is hotly debated among Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Yet Muslim women’s perspectives are often excluded from mainstream discussion. Journalist Amal Awad wrote Beyond Veiled Clichés to explore life from the perspective of Arab women, both in the West and the Arab world. Susan Carland is an academic and author whose book Fighting Hislam proffers a new kind of feminism in which religious beliefs co-exist with women’s rights. They talk to Yassmin Abdel-Magied.fullSydney Writers' Festival5c9a5863-1403-42b3-947d-a849016ebbf9Sun, 04 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:56:53https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/fighting-hislam-and-beyond-the-veiled-cliches
Curiosity Lecture | Henry Marsh: On Hospital Architecture and DesignCuriosity Lecture | Henry Marsh: On Hospital Architecture and DesignWhy do hospitals resemble prisons? Neurosurgeon Henry Marsh (Admissions: Life as a Brain Surgeon) discusses the architecture and design of hospitals in today’s changing world.]]>Why do hospitals resemble prisons? Neurosurgeon Henry Marsh (Admissions: Life as a Brain Surgeon) discusses the architecture and design of hospitals in today’s changing world.fullSydney Writers' Festival8d5d978c-692c-41cd-8d9e-a866004c86a2Thu, 01 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +000000:50:06https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-henry-marsh-on-hospital-architec
Fake News and Alternative FactsFake News and Alternative FactsWelcome to a world where the news could be confused for satire, and the White House Press Secretary thinks The Onion is real news. What’s the role of a satirist when the headlines read like a bad joke? Charles Firth is the editor of The Chaser Quarterly, Rebecca Shaw is the author of No To Feminism, and Alex Lee is a comedian, actor, and satirist. Hear them reflect on the challenges facing today's satirists.]]>Welcome to a world where the news could be confused for satire, and the White House Press Secretary thinks The Onion is real news. What’s the role of a satirist when the headlines read like a bad joke? Charles Firth is the editor of The Chaser Quarterly, Rebecca Shaw is the author of No To Feminism, and Alex Lee is a comedian, actor, and satirist. Hear them reflect on the challenges facing today's satirists.fullSydney Writers' Festival0f94bccd-b52b-4035-9548-a849003a061bTue, 30 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +000000:57:13https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/fake-news-and-alternative-facts
Ivan Coyote: Tomboy Survival GuideIvan Coyote: Tomboy Survival GuideCatch celebrated storyteller Ivan Coyote in full flight as they chat to Amelia Lush about Tomboy Survival Guide, a warm and winning memoir of growing up outside the usual gender labels.]]>Catch celebrated storyteller Ivan Coyote in full flight as they chat to Amelia Lush about Tomboy Survival Guide, a warm and winning memoir of growing up outside the usual gender labels.fullSydney Writers' Festivald799da4b-4faa-4b41-bbc4-a86600461420Sun, 28 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +000000:59:28https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/ivan-coyote-tomboy-survival-guide
Still LuckyStill LuckyAre Australians still lucky? Rebecca Huntley thinks so. In spite of darkening political skies and increasingly partisan media, Huntley believes that Australians are more generous, more progressive and more alike than we think we are. Rebecca roamed the continent to find answers to some of the biggest social questions of today. David Marr called her resulting book, Still Lucky, ‘A lucid and intimate portrait of the nation today’. An important conversation with one of Australia’s foremost social researchers about who we are and where we’re heading. Rebecca talks to Jenny Valentish.]]>Are Australians still lucky? Rebecca Huntley thinks so. In spite of darkening political skies and increasingly partisan media, Huntley believes that Australians are more generous, more progressive and more alike than we think we are. Rebecca roamed the continent to find answers to some of the biggest social questions of today. David Marr called her resulting book, Still Lucky, ‘A lucid and intimate portrait of the nation today’. An important conversation with one of Australia’s foremost social researchers about who we are and where we’re heading. Rebecca talks to Jenny Valentish.fullSydney Writers' Festival4d2bfbd1-d2ba-4d2a-b280-a84e004b9a10Thu, 25 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +000000:59:15https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/still-lucky
A Murderer In The FamilyA Murderer In The FamilyThree authors talk to Michael Williams about the challenges and consequences of writing from life. Susan Faludi (In The Darkroom) talks about her father’s life and their reconciliation after her father, Stefanie, has gender confirmation surgery. Hisham Matar (The Return) discusses the influence of his father’s disappearance on his writing, and his trip back to Libya three decades after his family’s exile. Nadja Spiegelman (I’m Supposed to Protect You from All This) talks about retracing three generations of mother–daughter relations.]]>Three authors talk to Michael Williams about the challenges and consequences of writing from life. Susan Faludi (In The Darkroom) talks about her father’s life and their reconciliation after her father, Stefanie, has gender confirmation surgery. Hisham Matar (The Return) discusses the influence of his father’s disappearance on his writing, and his trip back to Libya three decades after his family’s exile. Nadja Spiegelman (I’m Supposed to Protect You from All This) talks about retracing three generations of mother–daughter relations.fullSydney Writers' Festivalaa5c1a10-38e3-46f0-be46-a84900457c6aTue, 23 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +000000:58:19https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/a-murderer-in-the-family
Contemporary Essay: Personal and PublicContemporary Essay: Personal and PublicAcclaimed Australian writers conduct an in-depth examination of the contemporary essay. Rebecca Giggs talks to Jessica Friedmann, author of Things That Helped, a collection of essays tapping critical theory, popular culture and personal experience; award-winning writer and cultural historian Maria Tumarkin; and Fiona Wright, author of the book of essays, Small Acts of Disappearance, which examines her own anorexia and the significance of hunger. Guests traverse the borders of the personal and political, and consider the intersection of literary and journalistic modes.]]>Acclaimed Australian writers conduct an in-depth examination of the contemporary essay. Rebecca Giggs talks to Jessica Friedmann, author of Things That Helped, a collection of essays tapping critical theory, popular culture and personal experience; award-winning writer and cultural historian Maria Tumarkin; and Fiona Wright, author of the book of essays, Small Acts of Disappearance, which examines her own anorexia and the significance of hunger. Guests traverse the borders of the personal and political, and consider the intersection of literary and journalistic modes.fullSydney Writers' Festival4a58c7a3-646b-498b-9103-a84e0050afbcSun, 21 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +000000:58:08https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/contemporary-essay-personal-and-public
Curiosity Lecture | Norman Ohler: On Non-Orthodox Research Methods in BerlinCuriosity Lecture | Norman Ohler: On Non-Orthodox Research Methods in BerlinNorman Ohler’s book Blitzed chronicles widespread drug-taking in the Third Reich. Norman talks about how he sourced his information, and why historians didn’t report on it earlier.]]>Norman Ohler’s book Blitzed chronicles widespread drug-taking in the Third Reich. Norman talks about how he sourced his information, and why historians didn’t report on it earlier.fullSydney Writers' Festival6f43c2c9-304d-4c14-9546-a8660050091cThu, 18 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +000000:40:44https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/curiosity-lecture-norman-ohler-on-non-orthodox-res
Robert Dessaix: The Pleasures of LeisureRobert Dessaix: The Pleasures of LeisureAt last! A serious conversation on the advantages of being relaxed, rested, comfy, and a little lazy. Robert Dessaix is one of Australia’s most highly regarded writers. His timely book, The Pleasures of Leisure, reminds us that working longer hours, multi-tasking, and being ‘crazy busy’ all the time is eroding our freedom to simply enjoy life. Thoughtful, witty, and engaging, it’s a topic we can all find time for, surely. He joins David Marr for a languid conversation.]]>At last! A serious conversation on the advantages of being relaxed, rested, comfy, and a little lazy. Robert Dessaix is one of Australia’s most highly regarded writers. His timely book, The Pleasures of Leisure, reminds us that working longer hours, multi-tasking, and being ‘crazy busy’ all the time is eroding our freedom to simply enjoy life. Thoughtful, witty, and engaging, it’s a topic we can all find time for, surely. He joins David Marr for a languid conversation.fullSydney Writers' Festival794d6672-19a1-4fce-95b4-a849004dc0d8Tue, 16 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +000000:47:58https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/robert-dessaix-the-pleasure-of-leisure
Blerd CultureBlerd Culture‘Show me the receipts where it says Hermione is white,’ says Indigenous activist and self-professed Blerd (Black Nerd) Nayuka Gorrie. From the newest incarnation of Marvel’s Spiderman to groundbreaking series such as Cleverman, the Blerd movement is gathering momentum. It’s recasting cultural themes and turning stereotypes on their head. Hear Cleverman creator Ryan Griffen speak with an all-star cast including Roxane Gay, Nayuka Gorrie, Miranda Tapsell, and Colson Whitehead about the exciting Blerd movement.]]>‘Show me the receipts where it says Hermione is white,’ says Indigenous activist and self-professed Blerd (Black Nerd) Nayuka Gorrie. From the newest incarnation of Marvel’s Spiderman to groundbreaking series such as Cleverman, the Blerd movement is gathering momentum. It’s recasting cultural themes and turning stereotypes on their head. Hear Cleverman creator Ryan Griffen speak with an all-star cast including Roxane Gay, Nayuka Gorrie, Miranda Tapsell, and Colson Whitehead about the exciting Blerd movement.fullSydney Writers' Festival262e99f0-3bb8-4ca9-91c5-a8480010e066Thu, 11 Jan 2018 06:44:09 +000000:57:57https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/blerd-culture
Borders of the Queer BodyBorders of the Queer BodyHow is queer representation in literature changing? In today’s social and political climate, how do writers construct and define queer characters, knowing there are real-world ramifications? Do they consider economics, race, class, geography or history? Are we seeing the erosion of queer, as queer characters begin to inhabit more mainstream texts? Benjamin Law hosts a conversation with prominent writers Ivan Coyote (Tomboy Survival Guide), C.S. Pacat (Captive Prince trilogy) and Peter Polites (Down the Hume).]]>How is queer representation in literature changing? In today’s social and political climate, how do writers construct and define queer characters, knowing there are real-world ramifications? Do they consider economics, race, class, geography or history? Are we seeing the erosion of queer, as queer characters begin to inhabit more mainstream texts? Benjamin Law hosts a conversation with prominent writers Ivan Coyote (Tomboy Survival Guide), C.S. Pacat (Captive Prince trilogy) and Peter Polites (Down the Hume).fullSydney Writers' Festivala4ceb163-e5a7-47de-b07f-a84e00332621Tue, 19 Dec 2017 21:20:00 +000000:59:30https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/borders-of-the-queer-body
Tragedy Plus TimeTragedy Plus TimeMan Booker Prize-winner Paul Beatty (The Sellout) and award-winning author Roxane Gay (Difficult Women) both use humour to write about the trauma of history. According to The Guardian, The Sellout ‘has a joke-per-line ratio that a comedy writer would kill for, but the humor is nowhere near safe’. Roxane’s Difficult Women is a collection of stories of hardscrabble lives, passionate loves, and quirky and vexed human connection. They talk to Michael Williams about using bleak, provocative humour with purpose.]]>Man Booker Prize-winner Paul Beatty (The Sellout) and award-winning author Roxane Gay (Difficult Women) both use humour to write about the trauma of history. According to The Guardian, The Sellout ‘has a joke-per-line ratio that a comedy writer would kill for, but the humor is nowhere near safe’. Roxane’s Difficult Women is a collection of stories of hardscrabble lives, passionate loves, and quirky and vexed human connection. They talk to Michael Williams about using bleak, provocative humour with purpose.fullSydney Writers' Festivalbfeaaaef-33dc-464d-a91b-a84900542f9fTue, 19 Dec 2017 08:59:46 +000001:03:52https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/tragedy-plus-time
Sarah Bakewell: At the Existentialist CaféSarah Bakewell: At the Existentialist CaféJoin award-winning author Sarah Bakewell and Louise Adler for a spirited discussion about one of the 20th century’s most influential philosophical movements. At the Existentialist Café: Freedom, Being and Apricot Cocktails is Sarah’s bracingly fresh look at the lives and works of thinkers such as Jean-Paul Sartre, Albert Camus, Simone de Beauvoir and Martin Heidegger, whose revolutionary ideas exploded out of the cafés of Europe and reshaped how we see the world.]]>Join award-winning author Sarah Bakewell and Louise Adler for a spirited discussion about one of the 20th century’s most influential philosophical movements. At the Existentialist Café: Freedom, Being and Apricot Cocktails is Sarah’s bracingly fresh look at the lives and works of thinkers such as Jean-Paul Sartre, Albert Camus, Simone de Beauvoir and Martin Heidegger, whose revolutionary ideas exploded out of the cafés of Europe and reshaped how we see the world.fullSydney Writers' Festival6161f553-9d4c-4e1c-9331-a848007e91b5Wed, 13 Dec 2017 22:05:35 +000000:56:39https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/sarah-bakewell-at-the-existentialist-caf
Ellen van Neerven: Comfort FoodEllen van Neerven: Comfort FoodYoung Indigenous Queensland writer Ellen Van Neerven burst onto Australia’s literary scene in 2013, when she won the prestigious David Unaipon Award. The following year, her collection of short stories Heat and Light was received with eager acclaim. In this podcast from the 2017 Festival, Ellen talks with Stan Grant about the inspiration for her remarkably mature prose and poetry, which explores themes of racism, history and climate change.]]>Young Indigenous Queensland writer Ellen Van Neerven burst onto Australia’s literary scene in 2013, when she won the prestigious David Unaipon Award. The following year, her collection of short stories Heat and Light was received with eager acclaim. In this podcast from the 2017 Festival, Ellen talks with Stan Grant about the inspiration for her remarkably mature prose and poetry, which explores themes of racism, history and climate change.fullSydney Writers' Festivalec996f43-8260-40a2-b1b6-a847004839b1Tue, 12 Dec 2017 04:33:37 +000000:48:01https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/ellen-van-neerven-comfort-food
Peter Polites: Down the HumePeter Polites: Down the HumeCelebrated for his dark realism in the tradition of the early works of Christos Tsiolkas and Luke Davies, Peter Polites has been hailed as an exciting new voice. His debut novel Down the Hume is unpretentious, spare and squarely placed in his native Western Sydney. In this podcast from the 2017 Festival, Peter and Ronnie Scott discuss writing queer Western Sydney noir, the Greek migrant experience, and real and metaphorical borders.]]>Celebrated for his dark realism in the tradition of the early works of Christos Tsiolkas and Luke Davies, Peter Polites has been hailed as an exciting new voice. His debut novel Down the Hume is unpretentious, spare and squarely placed in his native Western Sydney. In this podcast from the 2017 Festival, Peter and Ronnie Scott discuss writing queer Western Sydney noir, the Greek migrant experience, and real and metaphorical borders.fullSydney Writers' Festival16779389-bd6e-4c78-9e6f-a84700386803Tue, 12 Dec 2017 04:04:27 +000000:53:30https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/peter-polites-down-the-hume
Roxane Gay: Difficult WomenRoxane Gay: Difficult WomenRoxane Gay shot to fame with her bestselling collection of essays Bad Feminist. Roxane has applied her razor-sharp literary talent to a new collection of short stories, Difficult Women. In this podcast from the 2017 Sydney Writers' Festival, she joined Durga Chew-Bose for an unforgettable conversation about what constitutes a difficult woman and what inspires the darkness in her work. Amid the current political and social turmoil, Roxane’s deadeye wit and immeasurable courage may be what we need.]]>Roxane Gay shot to fame with her bestselling collection of essays Bad Feminist. Roxane has applied her razor-sharp literary talent to a new collection of short stories, Difficult Women. In this podcast from the 2017 Sydney Writers' Festival, she joined Durga Chew-Bose for an unforgettable conversation about what constitutes a difficult woman and what inspires the darkness in her work. Amid the current political and social turmoil, Roxane’s deadeye wit and immeasurable courage may be what we need.fullSydney Writers' Festivalba9eb25e-fd0d-4f32-bbb1-a83f00628405Mon, 04 Dec 2017 06:23:46 +000001:07:00https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/roxane-gay-difficult-women
2017 Opening Night Address: Anne Enright2017 Opening Night Address: Anne EnrightAs many of us turn to literature for guidance and inspiration, contemporary writers have the power to interpret and influence our changing world. To open the 2017 Sydney Writers’ Festival, Man Booker Prize-winning author Anne Enright delivered an unforgettable address on the Festival’s theme of refuge.]]>As many of us turn to literature for guidance and inspiration, contemporary writers have the power to interpret and influence our changing world. To open the 2017 Sydney Writers’ Festival, Man Booker Prize-winning author Anne Enright delivered an unforgettable address on the Festival’s theme of refuge.fullSydney Writers' Festivale1960d3d-7845-4aea-bb42-a83b00364bd9Thu, 30 Nov 2017 05:25:47 +000000:12:45https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/2017-opening-night-address-anne-enright
Annabel Crabb and Leigh Sales: Our Reading YearAnnabel Crabb and Leigh Sales: Our Reading YearAcclaimed journalists by day, keen readers by night, the beloved double act of Annabel Crabb and Leigh Sales has charmed Australia with their podcast Chat 10 Looks 3 and their TV show When I Get A Minute. The pair share an unmistakable chemistry, characterised by quick-witted banter. In this podcast, they look back on a year in reading, sharing the books that moved or amused them, and those that put them to sleep.]]>Acclaimed journalists by day, keen readers by night, the beloved double act of Annabel Crabb and Leigh Sales has charmed Australia with their podcast Chat 10 Looks 3 and their TV show When I Get A Minute. The pair share an unmistakable chemistry, characterised by quick-witted banter. In this podcast, they look back on a year in reading, sharing the books that moved or amused them, and those that put them to sleep.fullSydney Writers' Festival6a9e2e98-482d-4397-86bc-a83300516693Wed, 22 Nov 2017 05:29:23 +000000:59:49https://omny.fm/shows/sydney-writers-festival/annabel-crabb-and-leigh-sales-our-reading-year-1